Friday, June 25, 2010

Legal aid

Health and Safty Fair Sat 26th

KCMO Water Services to begin monthly billing July 1st

KCMO Water Services to begin monthly billing July 1st

Beginning July 1st, the Kansas City, Missouri Water Services Department (WSD) will begin monthly billing.

“The recent completion of ‘the WAVE’ automatic meter reading installation project has allowed the Department to begin a number of customer service enhancements, including monthly billing, “ said Mable Ramey-Moore, assistant director, Business and Support Unit.

The benefits of “the WAVE” and monthly billing include:
- allowing consumers to be able to budget more efficiently by receiving water bills each month instead of bi-monthly
- a more timely account of your water use, allowing you to be able to make adjustments as needed to avoid higher water bills, especially during the summer months
- the ability to discover service line, plumbing or irrigation system leaks sooner, allowing for prompt repairs and reducing the magnitude of a high water bill caused by leaks
- viewing of daily/monthly water use on our website at www.kcmo.org/water
Some customers may have received a bill in June that was either shorter or longer than their normal bi-monthly (60 day bill). This is necessary so WSD could adjust all customers to monthly billing cycles.
Also, some customers who already receive monthly bills may receive their bill on different days than in the past.

For more information on monthly billing, visit our website at www.kcmo.org/water.
WSD will also begin an e-billing option for customers later this summer.
E-billing is the e-mail delivery of your water bill. Your bill will be sent directly to your e-mail inbox and will look exactly like your current paper bill.
Registration for e-billing will be available on our website later this summer.
On-line payments, payments by phone, walk-in and drop off locations will continue to be available.

Following the implementation of e-billing, the Department will begin work on a leak notification program that will send an email or telephone notification to customers when “the WAVE” automatic meter reading system detects high water usage.

For more information, contact Colleen Doctorian, public information officer for the Water Services Department at (816) 513-0232.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

June 22, deadline for Emergency Home Repair Program applications

June 22, deadline for Emergency Home Repair Program applications

The City of Kansas City, Mo., Housing and Community Development Department will stop taking Emergency Home Repair applications at the close of business on Tuesday, June 22. Since the availability of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Emergency Home Repair Program was announced on May 14, the department has received 348 applications.

The Emergency Home Repair Program was allocated approximately $1 million in CDBG funds to permit approximately 185 homes to be assisted. Eligible homes will receive assistance in the order the applications were received and approved.

"The Emergency Home Repair program remains one of the City's most popular home repair programs," said City Councilwoman Sharon Sanders Brooks. "With the economy, including the unemployment rate in Kansas City, where it is, I am not surprised the applications exhausted the funding as soon as it did.”

SNAP Dollars Doubled at Some KC metro Farmers' Markets

Hello, all. some of you may already have heard about this program, but I want to encourage each and every one of you to pass the information along to people and organizations who work with low income people and communities who would benefit from affordable, fresh, locally grown food.


The Beans&Greens Program is a program that will match SNAP card (food stamp card) purchases at a pilot group of farmers’ markets in the KC Metro area. If a person charges $5.00 against their SNAP card, they will be able to buy $10.00 worth of local produce. The participating markets this year are:

Monday, June 21, 2010

South KC gets a new police station.

The old Fairyland Park grounds just got a face lift, courtesy of the Kansas City Police Department.

Residents remember the park — located at 75th Street and Prospect Ave. — for the towering steel roller coasters, but they also remember its blighted history.

Fairyland was segregated in its early years. It wasn't opened to blacks until 1964, and closed in 1977. Since then, the area — and Prospect itself — has been the site of a number of failed redevelopment projects.
Click here to read more >>

Firework Displays in the KC metro

GARDNER, Kan.
4th of July Fireworks at Gardner Edgerton High School
starting at 6 p.m.425 North Waverly Road, Gardner, Kan. 66030
Celebrate our nation's independence with an evening of tailgating, family fun and fireworks! Tailgating begins at 6:00 p.m. with hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, soda and water.
Proceeds from the tailgating will benefit Festival on the Trails which will be held in downtown Gardner September 12 to 14. Fireworks at dusk.
gardnerchamber.com



INDEPENDENCE, Mo.

Celebrate Independence! in Independence!
July 4 - 5
Independence Square, Truman Library, 500 U.S. 24 Highway, Mormon Visitors Center, 937 West Walnut
Begin your day with a patriotic children’s parade from 23rd street up Main to the Square at 10 a.m.
The Harry S. Truman Museum and Library will offer reduced admission on July 4 and on the 5th, historic re-enactors and 1860s crafts for kids. At dusk, relax and enjoy music and a massive fireworks display at the Mormon Visitors Center.
Admission: Free, $5 at Truman Library July 4
www.visitindependence.com


KANSAS CITY, Kan.
Fireworks after the Kansas City Wizards Game
CommunityAmerica Ballpark, 1800 Village West Parkway Kansas City, Kan. 66111
Special 4th of July post-game fireworks show after the Wizards game against the Houston Dynamo. kcwizards.com

Pierson Park
Fireworks on July 3rd, beginning at 9:45 p.m at Pierson Park, 1800 S. 55th St.
wycokck.org


KANSAS CITY, Mo.
KCRiverFest Presented by KCTV5
July 3 / 4 - 11 p.m.
July 4 / 1 - 10:30 p.m.
Berkley Park on the RiverfrontFavorite local bands will headline the fourth annual KCRiverFest, a family event supporting Friends of the River – Kansas City July 3 and 4. Presented by KCTV5 and located at Kansas City’s Riverfront at Berkley Park, KCRiverFest has become "Kansas City’s Riverfront Tradition," known as the only place in downtown Kansas City to celebrate the Fourth of July with national-caliber fireworks and family entertainment.
Admission: Adults $5 / Ages 12 & under FREE
www.KCRiverFest.com


Fireworks at Worlds Of Fun
10 p.m. Fireworks
Kansas City, north of the Missouri River on the east loop of I-435 at exit 54
worldsoffun.com


LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo.
Booms & Blooms 9 p.m. - dark
Powell Gardens, about 30 miles east of Kansas City on U.S. Highway 50.
On Friday afternoon, live music begins at 7:30 p.m. the Lee’s Summit Symphony takes the stage. A fireworks display over the dark country sky immediately follows.
Admission: Adults $9 / Seniors 60+ $8 / Ages 5-12 $3 / members of Powell Gardens get in free!


OLATHE, Kan.
Olathe Public Fireworks
Dusk
Great Mall of the Great Plains, I-35 and West 151st Street, Olathe, Kan. Rain date is July 5. Admission: Free


OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Star Spangled Spectacular
4 - 11 p.m.
Corporate Woods Office Park, Overland Park, Kan.
Fireworks Display presented by The City of Overland Park.
Simulcast on Q104. Music and activities throughout the day.
Rain date = Sunday, July 5
www.starspangledspectacular.org/


PARKVILLE, Mo.
July 4th Festival
July 2 – July 5
Historic Downtown Parkville, MO
Carnival 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. July 2 - 5.
Parade at 10 a.m. on July 4. Shuttle busses available from Parkville Commons & Park Hill South High School.
www.parkvillemo.net


LIBERTY, Mo.
Downtown Sugar Creek
Children's activities and the Saucy Jack Band begin at 6 p.m. The Liberty Summer Band starts at 9 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9:45 p.m. Admission: Free

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

City is addressing weed violations

In a continuing effort to address violations of City codes that involve tall weeds, trash, and debris the City of Kansas City, Mo. has begun abating these violations and is charging the property owner the costs associated with this action.

Since the beginning of May, the City has cleaned over 800 private properties and notified property owners of 4,258 nuisance violations. Property owners who fail to mow their grass will be cited and if they fail to correct the issue(s) the City will be forced abate the violation. Properties which are not in compliance will be mowed and cleared of all debris without additional notice.

The cost charged to the property owner, averages $400 to $500. This cost will be assessed against the property as a special tax assessment. In addition the property owner may be issued a court summons requiring them to appear in Kansas City, Mo. Municipal Court for failing to keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.

In the interest of keeping our City livable and our communities strong, the residents are encouraged to report violations to the City. Residents who wish to report a property with tall weeds or debris may contact the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.

Trash tags are increasing to be $2

The City of Kansas City, Mo., Public Works Department has announced the cost for Excess Trash Tags will increase from $1 to $2, effective July 1, 2010. Trash tags purchased prior to July 1 are still valid and only one is needed per excess trash bag.

Originally announced as part of the City s budget process in early spring, the rate change helps offset the cost of excess trash collection.

The City requires an Excess Trash Tag be placed on each bag of trash that exceeds the City s two bag limit. Residents wishing to reduce their reliance on Excess Trash Tags are reminded that the City s Solid Waste Division provides unlimited curbside recycling, which is an effective method for reducing the amount of trash placed curbside in trash bags.

Excess Trash Tags are available at participating Westlake Ace Hardware and Price Chopper stores.

For more information about Excess Trash Tags, where to purchase Excess Trash Tags or about recycling and the City s solid waste collection services, visit http://www.kcmo.org/trash or call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.

The good neighbor award

The good neighbor award will be presented at this year's National Night Out Against Crime celebration, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 3. We are looking for nominations from neighborhoods around the city, of people who have gone above and beyond to help their neighbors.

A good neighbor might be the person who mows the lawn for an ill or elderly person. They may volunteer their time to watch children, plan neighborhood clean-ups or organize block parties. The good work possibilities are endless and as unique as the citizens who live in our area. The City wants to recognize those in your neighborhood, from youth to senior citizens and anyone in between, who make our neighborhoods friendlier, safer places to live.


Here are the criteria from the City of Kansas City Neighborhood & Community Services Department for nominating a neighbor:


1. Your neighborhood is registered with the City.
2. The nominee did not receive financial pay for their good deed(s).
3. The reason(s) you are recognizing this person is for actions that have occurred since August, 2009.
4. The reason(s) you are recognizing this person occurred in the neighborhood.
5. The reason(s) can be small or large helpful acts, but you believe they went above and beyond.


For Those Nominating:

1. Please provide your name, email address and phone number.
2. The Nominee’s name.
3. Reason for the recognition and date(s) if applicable. In 100 words or less, please explain and describe why this person (the nominee) deserves to be recognized by the City of Kansas City.


Send your nomination to: ncs@kcmo.org or fax 816 513-3201 or to actioncenter@kcmo.org with the subject line of “Good Neighborhood Award” or call the 3-1-1 or 816 513-1313. Deadline is Friday, July 9. Last year’s Kansas City's National Night Out 2009 celebration included many Kansas City neighborhood parties, involving many of Kansas City’s Neighborhood Watch Groups.

Monday, June 14, 2010

June 17th: WGNA meeting in Arleta Park



Join us in Arleta park for June's WGNA meeting.

P.A.C.E. Message from Faye.

Please join me at DAVE’s Place, 2116 E. 74th Street, on Tuesday at 6pm.

As Faye shared at last meeting you will map out a block by block plan for praying for our neighborhood and families. You don’t want to miss the first planning meeting.
You can contact Faye at 816-304-1210.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Rain Garden Workshops

Several workshops are being held to teach residents about
how to build a rain garden, including these topics:

• Strategies to reducestormwater runoff with native landscaping solutions
• Native plant selections for rain gardens and stormwater management features
• Soil percolation testing and sizing rain gardens
• Review rain garden design and placement issues
• Evaluate installation and maintenance of native landscape
• Examine stormwater management and erosion control techniques

One such demonstration will take place on Saturday, June 12th,
from 1:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Thomas residence,
1312 E. 79th Stre
et.

A rain garden will be installed on the premises, and those attending will be able to observe and learn.
For further information or for additional demonstration sites,
contact Jillian Hishaw at 474-4240.

NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICE S CAN HELP YOU AND YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Neighborhood Housing Services of Kansas City (NHS) is a CDC (Community Development Corporation) that is now working with the Marlborough Community Coalition neighborhoods (Marlborough East, Marlborough Pride, Marlborough Renaissance and Battleflood Heights). If you live in one of those areas, you can apply for one of many pro grams designed to help you,which in turn, invests in our neighborhood.

First, NHS is accepting applications NOW, so don’t delay in contacting them, either via their website, www.nhsofkcmo.org, or phone, 816-822-7703. NHS is at 5835 Troost.


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HOME WEATHERIZATION– Most people don’t think about weatherization in the summer, but this is the best time to do it. This program provides free energy efficient improvements.


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MINOR HOME REPAIR
This program is designed to assist home owners whole
income is below 80% of area median income. No repay-
ment is required. If you need a roof or furnace, this program

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HOME IMPROVEMENT
LOAN—NHS home improvement loans offer up to $15,000
for eligible home repairs. The interest rate on this loan is 2%
with a fixed term, payable upto 10 years.

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“ LOTS OF LOVE” - NHS also has a program designed to help residents maintain the appearance of their blocks.
Called “Lots of Love,” NHS will give residents a stipend to mow and take care of the yard of a vacant house in your area. Call NHS to apply.

First, NHS is accepting applications NOW, so don’t delay in contacting them, either via their website, www.nhsofkcmo.org, or phone, 816-822-7703. NHS is at 5835 Troost.

June 20-24: Vacation Bible School—

Summer Fun for Kids! Check this out!
Vacation Bible School— June 20—24, 5:30 pm to 8pm (
light dinner served at 5:30 pm, program starts at 6 pm)

Ages 3—12. A suggested donation of $10 covers a cool t-shirt, crafts, snacks
and supplies.

South-Broadland Pres.Church,
7850 Holmes
Call 816.523.7326 for moreinfo!

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Friday, June 4, 2010

June16th: New Police Patrol Dedication

PLEASE RESERVE JUNE 16TH,
2:00 p.m. at 7601 PROSPECT for the ribbon cutting and dedication.
Come show your support!

City is addressing weed violations

News from City Hall
City Communications Office
City of Kansas City, Mo.
http://www.kcmo.org


City is addressing weed violations
In a continuing effort to address violations of City codes that involve tall weeds, trash, and debris the City of Kansas City, Mo. has begun abating these violations and is charging the property owner the costs associated with this action.

Since the beginning of May, the City has cleaned over 800 private properties and notified property owners of 4,258 nuisance violations. Property owners who fail to mow their grass will be cited and if they fail to correct the issue(s) the City will be forced abate the violation. Properties which are not in compliance will be mowed and cleared of all debris without additional notice.

The cost charged to the property owner, averages $400 to $500. This cost will be assessed against the property as a special tax assessment. In addition the property owner may be issued a court summons requiring them to appear in Kansas City, Mo. Municipal Court for failing to keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.

In the interest of keeping our City livable and our communities strong, the residents are encouraged to report violations to the City. Residents who wish to report a property with tall weeds or debris may contact the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.


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